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Bottle Cap Rockets “Crying Shame”
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“Hey Tumblr Indie fans….feel free to give a fuck…. thanx
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– Bottle Cap Rockets
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“Welcome aboard drummer Steve Tenney!”
– Bottle Cap Rockets
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Why it’s hard for bands to get fans to come back...
Unless you have two or three hundred very close friends who are wild about you, you’re going to have these problems for a long time. Part of the problem is that the economy is bad, so people aren’t going out as much. Add to that our current over-policing with an emphasis on “zero tolerance” for everything from DUI’s to people just trying to have a good time & gather together. Add to that the...
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volunteering your skills
VOLUNTEER. No matter what you want to do in life, volunteering your skills is a great way to get your foot in the door. This is why many unknown painters donate art to charity auctions. This is why new web developers create non-profit websites. You gain experience and exposure every time you practice your craft. Also, donating your band’s services to legitimate organizations will give your...
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REWARD YOUR FANS
Forget selling bumper stickers and cds. Give them away whenever you can. If you can’t give them away, don’t look to make a profit. That guy who can’t afford your cd might be friends with 15 people who CAN afford it. When you reward your fans, you breed loyalty. You fans will become more devoted and will advertise your band to their friends.
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How to Get Your Band Noticed
HELP OTHER BANDS. Yeah, a lot of other bands suck. There are tons of jerks out there who will never repay a favor. However, there are musicians who never forget a helping hand. Make yourself available to help other bands recording shows, building websites, or any other skill you have that might be helpful. It’s a great way to network. The more people you know, the more likely you are to know...
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A Band's Path to Success is Still There..... but
“Commercially, great music comes from adversity and people having to struggle and work hard. Artists should be inspired by the struggle.From a practical point of view, it is more difficult for promoters, though the opportunities are still there to get bands noticed. Managing a band and getting them to that level is a lot of work. The big step up is when the audience stops being your brother,...
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“I love Indie bands that have substance and originality like The Black Keys and...”
– Al Gross
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